VPN Plus+ ExclusiveCalling in the cavalry: get ready RVTsAugust 18, 2022Imagine the time it could save you if multiple things at once were being accomplished: one by your RVT, or RVTs, and one by you. While a registered technician is placing a splint, you could be finishing the discharge instructions. While the splint is happening, another RVT could be performing a dental extraction on a patient they just induced. Again, one veterinarian, three procedures being performed correctly and legally, thanks to the skills of the RVTs.
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VPN Plus+ ExclusiveSeptember pet- and vet-related calendarAugust 18, 2022Your first thoughts for September might be Labor Day or Back to School. But there are days dedicated to iguanas, dogs, rabbits, and more. It also has some serious themes to be aware of, as well, in the industry. Looking for social media post ideas or promotions for your clinic? Here are some more “out of the box” holidays to showcase!
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveVeterinary medicine is losing its personal touch August 12, 2022By Patty Khuly, VMD, MBAFor me, it is that personal connection that matters most because, without it, I might as well be an accountant, or some other brand of desk jockey. The way I see it, if I’m not invested in my patient and their people, I would not be as motivated to be kind, compassionate, thorough, and diligent.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveCytology for TechniciansAugust 11, 2022In this session: Juliann London, AAS, RVT, VTS (dermatology) discusses why cytologies are important in dermatology, covers the parts of a microscope, how to perform cytologies, and microscopic identification for technicians.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveA look inside the open-hospital model of veterinary careAugust 5, 2022By Brennen McKenzie, MA, MSc, VMD, cVMAOne approach I have experienced and believe deserves greater study and broader adoption, is the open-hospital model.3For most of my career, I have worked in a hospital that encourages clients to be with their pet at any time while they are in our care, whether in the exam room for a routine checkup, hospitalized in the ICU, and even during dentistry, surgery, or other invasive procedures.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveCanine Otitis Externa—Proper Work Up For This "Ear-Y" OccurrenceAugust 4, 2022Cade Wilson, DVM, walks us through the proper evaluation of canine otitis externa cases from the examination, slide preparations and microscopic observations for proper diagnosis. This will be followed by common treatments for both short-term and long-term conditions.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveAn in-depth look at treating diabetes mellitus in catsJuly 28, 2022Cats with diabetes mellitus present some unique challenges, and management strategies for feline diabetics are considerably different from those recommended for their canine counterparts. Practitioners need to understand the processes that drive this disease in cats, and strive to create plans tailored to the specific needs of both the patient and the owner. Recommendations regarding best practices have changed substantially over the last 20 years, and have impacted how diabetic cats are fed, treated, and monitored.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveThe Future is Here Ready or Not: Genetic Testing Leading to Precision Treatments and TelemedicineJuly 28, 2022Dr. Rachel Venable discusses new technologies recently available in veterinary medicine, which can help aid the clinician in diagnosis, prognosis, therapy options, and communication options with clients and specialists.
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveIdentifying and treating vestibular diseaseJuly 21, 2022There are four hallmark signs of vestibular dysfunction. Some animals have all four; others may have some, but not all. These signs will allow you to confirm your patient has vestibular dysfunction. They will not, however, enable you to distinguish between the three vestibular localizations (peripheral vestibular disease, central vestibular disease, and paradoxical vestibular disease).
VPN Plus+ ExclusiveAugust animal-related holidays!July 20, 2022Does August make you think of the dog days of summer? It's a great month for cats, too, with National Bring Your Cat to the Vet Day, as well as a few other feline-centric days. Looking for social media post ideas or promotions for your clinic? Here are some “out of the box” holidays to showcase!